Mandatory Membership Requirement
- All Pre-Need companies must become members of the Philippine Federation of Pre-Need Plan Companies, Inc. (Pre-Need Federation).
- Membership is subject to the Federation's rules and regulations.
Membership Application Timelines
- Existing Pre-Need companies not yet members must apply within thirty (30) days from the date of the Circular Letter (June 1, 2015).
- New Pre-Need companies must apply within thirty (30) days from the issuance of their Certificate of Authority by the Insurance Commission.
Non-Discrimination and Provision of Services
- The Pre-Need Federation is required to provide its services to all members equally and without discrimination.
Compliance and Enforcement
- Compliance with the membership requirement is a mandatory criterion for the issuance or renewal of a Pre-Need company’s Certificate of Authority by the Insurance Commission.
Effectivity
- The Circular Letter takes effect immediately upon issuance (June 1, 2015).